Here's complete, practical guidance on the evaluation of the surgical pathology specimen, from its arrival in the department to preparation of the final report. Inside, readers will find step-by-step instructions on specimen processing, tissue handling, gross dissection technique, histological examination, application of special stains, development of a differential diagnosis, and more. This thoroughly revised New Edition integrates cutting-edge techniques as well as the latest staging and classification information.
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- Features more than 150 tables that examine the interpretation of histochemical stains, immunohisto-chemical studies, electron microscopy findings, cytogenetic changes, and much more.
- Makes information easy to find with a user-friendly design, concise paragraphs, numbered lists, and bulleted material throughout the text.
- Offers detailed instructions on the dissection, description, and sampling of specimens.
- Provides the latest criteria for the grading and AJCC classification of all major tumors.
- Examines the specimens from every body organ and system as well as bullets, medical devices, and foreign materials.
- Explains the application of pathology reports to patient management.
- Includes useful guidance on operating room consultations, safety, microscope use, and error prevention.
- A superb source of step-by-step, bench-top guidance and an excellent board review guide.
- A new chapter on how to avoid frequent errors and pitfalls in pathology specimen processing.
- More than 40 new illustrations demonstrate the gross appearance of common pathologic lesions.
With 42 additional consultants
